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MAY 12, 2021
Highlights of the week:
- WUES Kendra Scott gives back two-day event
- Last chance to purchase yearbook recognition ads and pavers.
- WUES Senior Alumni Social
- Order school supplies for 2021-2022 school year.
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Mustangs,
A big thank you to Coach Brown, Coach Jehn, and our Ancillary teachers for facilitating Field Day “lite” with our 3rd – 5th graders on Monday during ancillary. It was great to see our students working together and having fun. On Friday, K-2nd will have their turn at Field Day.
I also want to thank Mike Boeck and Rise Soccer for volunteering their time to help our P.E. teachers facilitate exciting soccer activities the past few Fridays. Mike and his team have committed to help on Fridays for the rest of the school year and we appreciate their expertise and their support.
Our final distribution for the year is next Wednesday, May 19th, from 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Because we have fewer students who are virtual, we’ve shortened the pick-up window. If you cannot make it during that time, all remaining bags will be in the main office for later pick-up.
Next week, you will receive the “See you in August” and Address Verification forms from your child’s homeroom teacher. This information is very important for planning for next year, so thank you for taking the time to complete the forms and submit any needed documents.
All the best,
Scott C. Disch
Principal
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Good Morning!
Thank you to everyone that was able to join our PTO meeting last night and approved the 2021-2022 budget.
Our last service project of the year wrapped up last week. Together as a school we collected 347 packs of undies and raised over $300 for the Undies for Everyone organization. Thank you for all your support!
Save the date! WUES Math & Science Night 2021 will be going Virtual on Thursday, May 20th. More details to follow - stay tuned!
Grade level representatives take care of some fun activities for our kids! A SPECIAL THANK YOU to Allison Cozart and her team for keeping it going this year. A fun DJ and a Kona Ice treat are planned for the last day of school!
- VP Room Representatives - Allison Cozart
- Kindergarten - Britt McQuire
- First Grade - Sylvia Burke
- Second Grade - Kristin Lenoir
- Third Grade - Martha Paterson
- Fourth Grade - Kirstin Pennington
- Fifth Grade - Stephanie Kusinski
Enjoy the rest of your week!
Olivia Benitez
PTO President 2020-21
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Looking ahead to some key upcoming dates.
PLAN NOW!
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MAY
TODAY, Wednesday, 12th
K-2 students - work asynchronously at home
Monday 17th & Tuesday 18th
WUES Kendra Scott Gives Back Two-Day Event
Wednesday 19th
WUES Materials Pickup | Virtual Learning Students Only
(8:00am - 10:00am)
Thursday 20th
WUES Math & Science Night (Virtual)
Friday 28th
HISD & WUES Asynchronous learning day for all
(Teachers will communicate the assignments for the day via email)
Monday 31st
Memorial Day (No School)
JUNE
Friday 4th
WUES Senior Alumni Social
(High school classes of 2020 and 2021 | 4:30 - 6:00pm at WUES)
Friday 11th
HISD LAST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS!
Monday, 14th
Teacher Prep Day (No Students)
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR - MATH AND SCIENCE NIGHT |
What: Virtual Math and Science Night
When: Thursday, May 20th
More info coming soon!
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ORDER YOUR STUDENT'S SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR THE 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR TODAY! |
Who: New and Returning Students
What: Order your student's school supplies for the 2021-2022 school year today. Each pack is customized to the teachers of West University Elementary, and will be delivered to your child's classroom by PTO volunteers prior to the first day of school.
When: NOW - deadline to order is June 17th
*When ordering, please remember to order NEXT year's grade level for your student.
School code is WES203
*Please keep your confirmation as your receipt.
For parents interested in buying their own supplies, you can find the Supply List Here.
More Information: For questions, please contact Allison Cozart at 281-435-1104 or acozart@gmail.com
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WUES KENDRA SCOTT GIVES BACK TWO-DAY EVENT |
Who: Everyone!
What: Shop for good online at kendrascott.com and 20% of your purchase will benefit WUES PTO.
When: Monday, May 17th - Tuesday, May 18th.
How: The unique giveback code is GIVEBACK-1KRM.
To enter your giveback code
- Click on the bag in the top right corner of your screen.
- You'll see a bar that says "Enter Coupon Code" both in your cart and at checkout.
- Insert your giveback code at one of the two places, then hit "Apply".
*When the giveback code is tied to the transaction this message appears. Code MUST be entered at the time of checkout to calculate 20% giveback to WUES PTO. The giveback code cannot be combined with another code.
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CALLING ALL HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES IN THE CLASS OF 2020 AND 2021 WHO ATTENDED WEST U ELEMENTARY! |
Who: All high school class of 2020 and class of 2021 graduates.
What: West U Elementary will host a reunion for the high school classes of 2020 and 2021 on Friday, June 4th from 4:30 - 6:00pm outdoors behind the school. Everyone is encouraged to wear their college t-shirts. Please join us!
When: Friday, June 4th from 4:30-6:00pm
Where: Outdoors behind West U Elementary
How: No registration needed!
More Information: For questions or concerns please contact
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Who: Virtual Learning Students Only
What: WUES Materials Pickup
When: Wednesday May 19th from 8:00am - 10:00am
If you cannot make the distribution time, materials can be picked up in the main office until 4:00pm.
Where: University Ave pickup at WUES.
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FUNDRAISER: MICHAEL'S COOKIE JAR COLLABORATION |
Who: Everyone
What: West U Elementary PTO has partnered with Michael's Cookie Jar to provide you with discounted cookies for all your family events, PLUS 10% of each cookie sale goes directly to the PTO. You can share this website with friends, family, and colleagues and 10% of THEIR cookie purchases will also go to the PTO!
When: 24/7 year-round
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CEMENT YOUR LOVE FOR WEST U |
Who: Everyone - but especially our GRADUATES!
What: Purchase a paver to cement your love for West U.
Honor your Mom, Dad, or Grad!!!
What a unique way to make someone feel special!
Paver options available:
• $5,000 24” x 24” limestone
• $1,000 12” x 12” limestone
• $500 12” x 12” Brick
• $250 6” x 12” Brick
When: Deadline is 5/28 for a summer installation.
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DEADLINE TOMORROW, MAY 13th
PURCHASE YEARBOOK RECOGNITION ADS
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Who: Everyone
What: If you would like to buy a recognition ad at the back of the book for your student, you may do so at the below link.
When: Extended deadline is May 13th to purchase & submit pics for your ad!
More Info: To purchase your 2020 - 21 yearbooks order here. The cost is $50.
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DEADLINE APPROACHING - 5th GRADE PARENTS: PHOTOS NEEDED!
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Who: 5th Grade Parents
What: We are in need of photos from throughout the years. Do you have field day photos? Field trip photos? Party photos? Fun activity photos? We want them all!
Please go through what you have and deposit them all in the google drive listed below.
Please put them (as best you can) in the correct year folders.
When: Upload photos by May 14th.
More Info: For questions, please contact
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Each week in this section, we will highlight how our PTO supports our school. Your PTO membership directly impacts our students. Join today!
Playground swings are a classic, fun, and safe outdoor play option for all kids! The PTO recently approved a new pendulum swing for our 3rd- 5th grade playground. It is planned to be installed in August! Stay tuned!
Keep up the MOMENTum!
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BIRTHDAY BOOK CLUB
Thank you to our Birthday Book Club contributors! Your donations will directly benefit our WUES library with new books, engaging activities, technology, and much more. Ms. McMillan will be choosing books for our children and will include their special nameplate. This week we are celebrating our May 9th through May 16th birthdays.
A very special Happy Birthday to:
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Truman McIntosh - May 10
George Toups - May 11
Mamie Thompson - May 12
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Jane Gronnerud - May 14
Samuel Engelbrecht - May 15
Alexander Kim - May 15
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Isabel Flores - May 16
Xzavier Seward - May 16
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Community | Announcements + Events
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SCOTT PERA BASKETBALL CAMPS AT RICE UNIVERSITY |
Who: All Students
What: Scott Pera Basketball camps are dedicated to providing an enriching atmosphere that it's instructional, informative, and for players of all ages and levels! The coaching staff prides itself on providing campers the opportunity to learn and develop through individual instruction, group interaction, and actual game experience.
When: June 1st - August 6th
Where: Rice University's Tudor Field House at 6100 Main St. Houston, TX 77005.
Camp is open to any and all entrants, limited only by age, grade, and gender. Spots are limited! Sign up now!
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iKIDS AFTER - SCHOOL AND SUMMER CAMP!
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Who: WUES Students
What: iKids U offers a variety of after-school opportunities: Stay & Play, Enrichment, and One on One services. Participate from 1 to 5 days / week with part-time and full-time options!
iKids also has an exciting Summer Camp consisting of an all-inclusive curriculum encompassing Academic Enrichment, Fine Arts, STEM, Crafts, Cooking, Recreation, and more!
*9am–4pm with Before and After-Care options
When: Registration is now open!
Summer Camp: Weekly, June 7th- August 12th
Where: WUES - After school | iKids Center - Summer Camps.
*Each covid-compliant camp week is unique and theme-based with limited capacity and low ratios. Daily snacks are provided and students will participate in hands-on activities and safe socialization!
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Taking a MOMENT to thank our Corporate Sponsors! |
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